November 14, 2022November 11, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Satchel & Page Weekender Is The Best Men’s Duffle Bag for Holiday Travel

Any time you hit the road, especially as you pack up those men’s style essentials for the holiday season, I maintain you should have good looks and hard-wearing functionality top of mind. That goes for how you’re dressing to get from point A to point B (especially on a chilly winter day), and it’s just as important to ensure you’re packing up one of the best weekender bags for men.

It’s especially useful during the holidays, when your time is short and you’ve probably got multiple stops to make on the road. What’s a well-dressed guy like yourself to do? That’s easy: Load up the durable, rugged and effortlessly stylish Satchel & Page Weekender — one of the best duffle bags for men, let alone this time of year — and get out there.

Perhaps you recognize the famed Texas brand for its recent Warehouse Sale, which gave you the chance to save on one of the best leather bags, or perhaps you’re a newcomer — either way, there’s lots to love with this rugged-yet-refined maker of everyday carry essentials.

Crucially, the Satchel & Page Weekender is built to exacting specifications in Italy featuring fine Italian leather, the kind that’s only guaranteed to get better with age (and I know you’ll want to pack up this bag quite a lot the rest of the year, too). The Satchel & Page Weekender is also made in conjunction with gold-rated leather tanneries for added sustainability, and the end result is quite stylish yet rugged and utilitarian, to boot.

For good measure, the Satchel & Page Weekender boasts an easy-access laptop compartment, plus an interior zipper pocket and key clip. On top of that, this stylish men’s weekender bag is also built with enough space for MacBook Pro 16-inch. Durable antique brass D-rings add a touch of durability while serving as a useful place for extra attachments.

Suffice to say, the Satchel & Page Weekender is made with plenty of room for your holiday style essentials, and it’s also made to get better with age. Bear in mind that the heirloom-worthy Satchel & Page Weekender is more of an investment than other weekender bags at more than $600, but when you consider the fact that you can use this durable men’s duffle bag all the time (yes, all the time), it’s seriously worth it.

November 13, 2022November 9, 2022 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Taylor Stitch Shirt is 40 Percent Off This Week at Bespoke Post

It’s somewhat of a rarity to find one of the best shirts for men on sale, in stock and very much in style from a retailer like Bespoke Post and a revered brand like Taylor Stitch. But that’s what we’re here for with today’s Sunday Sale, right? Throw in the fact that essential shirting like the Taylor Stitch Jack Shirt doesn’t go on sale very often, and you’ve got the makings of a standout deal to shop this week — and quickly, at that. That’s because the illustrious Taylor Stitch Jack Shirt seen above (in a handsome Sand Plaid) is now a whopping 40 percent off.

Naturally, you should head over to the Bespoke Post Sale section for today’s Sunday Sale offering, one that’s nicely primed for the holiday season as you look for the best affordable gifts for men. It’s all for the better that the Taylor Stitch Jack Shirt isn’t quite your average shirt that winds up in the sale section (not that Bespoke Post has any trouble stocking its sale section or Web site with some of the best menswear on the market, though).

That’s because the Taylor Stitch Jack Shirt hits all the right marks as you shop for your new favorite shirt, be it the striking Sand Plaid pattern or the 100 percent organic cotton construction. It also features classic touches like handsome dark horn buttons and a collar with a pleasing roll and buttondown design. The overall effect is one of the best shirts for men, and the kind you can wear tucked in or untucked as you please, especially with a pair of the best blue jeans for men.

It’s worth remembering that deals on something as crucial and cool as the Taylor Stitch Jack Shirt don’t come around very often — least of all deals that bring a stylish men’s shirt down to $75 from its original price of $125. Crucially, consider the Bespoke Post Sale section for your holiday discount shopping needs, and consider adding the Taylor Stitch Jack Shirt to your shirting rotation ASAP for a standout deal.

November 12, 2022November 9, 2022 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan – The Best Winter Sweater to Shop Now

It’s sometimes nice to treat yourself to a luxe upgrade to a style classic — a better, more improved version of a trusty staple you’ve had in your closet for years, like one of the best men’s sweaters. And this season, that upgrade is the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan, as high-quality, warm and stylish a cardigan as you’re apt to find on the market.

Of course, you ideally know the brand from making timeless seasonal picks like one of the best corduroy shirts, or everyday carry essentials like the best leather wallet for men, but this soft-yet-rugged sweater takes things a step further in terms of quality, and that’s probably an understatement. The Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan looks like something a style icon like Hemingway or McQueen might have worn, for starters. and it only gets better from there. Note the use of merino wool and cashmere to craft a stylish men’s sweater that’s breathable, warm and anti-microbial.

Crucially, the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan is also built the right way beyond just that luxe, upgraded fabric — the sweater features a thick ribbed vertical knit for maximum warmth and a touch of visual interest, too. Buck Mason is certainly right to call your new favorite winter sweater a “timeless cold weather staple,” because the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan checks all the right boxes when it comes to the best men’s winter sweaters (fabric very much included).

Yes indeed, the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan also features a ribbed hem, cuffs and collar (simply roll the thick wrist cuffs back to customize a perfect fit for the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan). The sweater itself is also garment-washed for a more lived-in feel that might make you think you’ve had this sturdy, cozy, rugged cardigan for years.

Heck, the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan even looks like an old-school sweater with a more relaxed fit, ideal for layering atop a Buck Mason shirt for holiday and winter gatherings aplenty. Keep in mind that this classic men’s cardigan is a pricier investment than average at $228, but bear in mind that they just don’t make sweaters like the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan anymore. Pick this one up as soon as you can, my friends.

November 11, 2022November 9, 2022 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: The Weekend’s Best Shopping Deals, Winter Style & New HIRSCH Whiskey

If you ask me, it seems the menswear calendar has been moving at an ever-faster clip as of late, be it a seemingly earlier-than-usual start to holiday shopping deals or a quicker-than-normal jump to the best Black Friday deals — right after Halloween, in fact. You might recognize that lineup above, filled with some of the best men’s boots, and it’s worth keeping just about every sort of deal in mind heading into Black Friday (even though, for the record, Black Friday doesn’t hit until next week!).

So, take this as a recommendation to start your weekend: My friends at Huckberry are offering some of the best early menswear deals on more gear than you can shake a stick at, so shop accordingly while you plan for the calm before the storm. With that in mind, I’m offering a few more quick pre-Black Friday shopping picks below. And then, well, I’m off to enjoy some rest and relaxation in the Caribbean sun.

If you follow me on Instagram, you know I’ve been on a family vacation to Turks and Caicos since earlier this month, and I’ve got a trip to Florida to follow shortly thereafter. Of course, that won’t stop me from buying the best menswear for fall and winter right now, and it shouldn’t stop you either, my friends. Here’s to holiday shopping early and often, folks.

If you keep up with the blog on the regular, I’m willing to bet you’re no stranger to the first entry on my list of recommended weekend shopping picks. Yes indeed, it’s high time you laced up a pair of the best men’s boots from the fine folks at Austin-based HELM Boots, and there’s no time quite like the present to find the rugged pair of leather boots that’s right for you (as I mentioned at the start of this post, after all). Start your search with my thoughts on the HELM Zind Boots, some of the best boots for guys to lace up now.

Before you can shop online for the best menswear deals, a bit of refreshment is in order, yes? That’s where my latest whiskey feature comes into play. Over at Maxim, I wrote about (and tasted!) one of the best new whiskies on the market, the new HIRSCH Whiskey Cask Strength Cognac Finish — in fact, I visited the 2022 Kentucky Derby and tried this very bourbon that same weekend back in May. Think of it like a luxe bar cart upgrade to enjoy and savor this winter.

Speaking of stylish early holiday deals, here’s another choice pick. Now, not to worry — I’ll have a full guide to the best deals for Black Friday early next week. In the meantime though, head over to the Huckberry Gift Guide and shop the best under-$75 gifts for everyone on your list, be it the rugged man, the whiskey enthusiast or the seasoned style vet.

That trio of style picks brings today’s Friday Read to a close. Whether you’ve got your eye on the best under-$75 gifts or perhaps one of the best new whiskies or even a rugged pair of leather boots, I’m willing to bet your seasonal shopping is off to a good start (I hope!) if you follow a few of the tips above. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s Saturday Style Pick. In the meantime, cheers and thanks for reading!

November 10, 2022November 9, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Le Alfre Oxford Shirts Are Some of the Best Men’s Shirts Under $100

It always pays off to be able to score a standout deal on a tried-and-true men’s style essential, like one of the best Oxford shirts — right? If you read this blog on the regular, I’d hope you agree with that sentiment, and I’d hope you’ve given some serious thought to upgrading your selection of the best men’s shirts with New York’s own Le Alfre.

Perhaps you recognize the brand from the pages of this blog, where I told you all about how to save 20 percent on your new favorite shirt (a contrast collar Oxford shirt, no less). Now, that deal is getting even better: Stylish men’s Oxford shirts at Le Alfre have now been marked down — for good! — to $98 at the upstart new men’s shirting brand. Founder Brandon Snower decided to keep the same quality and attention to detail while cutting the price for stylish consumers such as yourself, and that’s as good a mindset as any to take when it comes to the best men’s style essentials.

It’s a standout deal you’d do well to shop today, especially if you want one of the best men’s shirts for the holidays. Le Alfre’s shirts are made at one of Europe’s longest-running, family-owned factories, the kind of place with a penchant for making classic shirts with handsome details like Mother of Pearl buttons and soft yet durable, heirloom-quality fabric.

Le Alfre offers a standout variety of the best shirts for men, and they do so using 100 percent Portuguese cotton done up in cool colors like crisp Blue, eye-catching Gray or even a vibrant Pink. The end result is a nice change of pace for your shirting rotation, especially if you need to find new ways to dress business casual.

These shirts can be worn tucked in with navy chinos or else underneath a tan herringbone blazer, and feel free to wear this classic shirt with one of the best men’s cardigans, too. The key thing to keep in mind? You’re getting handcrafted quality and one of the best shirts for men from a revered European factory, and you’re now getting that for under $100. Shop accordingly right now, my friends.

November 9, 2022November 8, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Best Winter Sweaters Are Now 30 Percent Off for a Short Time at Huckberry

If ever you wanted to score an early winter deal on one of the best men’s sweaters for the season, here’s your chance. Think of this like a See Now, Buy Now deal in the truest sense of the word. The famed San Francisco and Austin retailer and one of the best online shops for men just announced a special deal on its sustainable sweaters from perfectly rugged, expertly crafted in-house brand Wellen, a deal worth shopping right here and right now (as the title of the post would indicate, of course).

Yes, that’s right: You can get 30 percent off for a limited time on the best men’s winter sweaters from Wellen, all as part of the famed Wellen Seawool Collection. The secret behind the Seawool Collection? Its eco-friendly nature and rugged appeal, of course. These designs echo old-school, super-warm fisherman sweaters, yet they’re updated with modern materials, making the lineup some of the best sweaters for men through the brisk fall and winter months.

The key is the use of Seawool fabric, which uses recycled plastic bottles and oyster shells to deliver a soft, warm, insulating yet breathable fiber. That fiber is then woven into a classic knit sweater design, one that also incorporates nylon and wool for stretch and warmth as some of the best sweaters for men you’re apt to find right now.

Select from the Wellen Seawool Collection in either a classically rugged cardigan or crewneck sweater, each of which you can wear with picks like your favorite pair of blue jeans all winter long for effortlessly cool style. And remember: These stylish men’s sweaters are 30 percent off right now for a very limited time, so shop accordingly.

November 8, 2022November 6, 2022 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Gift This Stylish Cashmere Beanie for Under $100 Right Now from Todd Snyder

Shopping for the best gifts for the stylish man in your life is difficult enough, right? After all, there’s a plethora of options when it comes to the best luxury menswear essentials, but few that are actually agreeable in terms of price (and it’s also difficult enough to shop for the man who seems to have everything). That’s where the Todd Snyder Gift Guide can help you cruise through your shopping list as you search for the best gifts for men. Witness today’s standout pick, the Todd Snyder Italian Recycled Cashmere Beanie.

You might think of it as checking all the right boxes when it comes to the best beanies for men (not to mention the best affordable gifts for men), and it’s yet another example of how Todd Snyder gets so many things right on the menswear front. You could certainly splurge with one of the best shirt jackets from Todd Snyder, for instance, but why not shop a bit more affordably, yes? And it’s truly possible to blend affordability with refinement and style from one of the country’s best menswear designers.

To wit, the Todd Snyder Italian Recycled Cashmere Beanie hits the right notes in terms of utility (every guy needs a standout winter hat, yes?), as well as luxe design. The Todd Snyder Italian Recycled Cashmere Beanie is made from wool and recycled cashmere, as the name would imply, and it’s crafted in Italy for under $100.

That’s a downright steal considering the quality and style points you’re getting in one relatively affordable stocking stuffer for the stylish guy. Bonus points for the fact that the Todd Snyder Italian Recycled Cashmere Beanie is available in 11 — yes, 11 — seriously cool colors and patterns. Think of it like one of the best affordable gifts for men, and consider picking one up for yourself, too.

November 7, 2022November 6, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This TRIWA Leather Watch Is a Stylish Men’s Watch for a Great Cause (Seriously)

The watch industry is a fast-moving one built on both innovation and tradition — old-school practices meet modern designs, often at high prices, but what about a brand that cuts through the clutter to craft some of the best watches for men, all the while making a real difference? That’s a lofty bar to clear, to be sure, but the Swedish watchmakers at Stockholm-based TRIWA really are aiming to do the right thing every step of the way, including in production of the handsome TRIWA Steel Solar Watch shown above.

How can one everyday carry brand set out to change the world? In small but simple ways of course, which TRIWA undertakes with great care. The company itself is an acronym for “Transforming the Industry of Watches,” and that means they focus on sustainable materials — like recycled ocean plastic — and crisp, clean craftsmanship alongside that innovation. So, while you might think you’re merely looking at a stylish men’s watch, it could in fact be part of the TRIWA Time for Oceans Collection, reusing that ocean plastic in its case.

That also might mean that you’re getting something even more game-changing and innovative via TRIWA, like the TRIWA Humanium Collection. The Humanium Collection features watches built from material found in upcycled illegal guns — talk about a lasting impact from TRIWA that moves far beyond timepieces, yes?

And beyond that, the rest of the lineup features some of the best men’s watches in its own right, including — of course — the TRIWA Steel Solar Watch. It runs off solar power from either natural or artificial light, and features a smaller carbon footprint in its production, too.

It helps that the TRIWA Steel Solar Watch is highly stylish, boasting options like a handsome black sunray-patterned dial in contrast with a rich brown leather strap and crisp white dial markings. The 38mm case also makes the TRIWA Steel Solar Watch a reliably refined watch you can wear as a leather dress watch or as a throwback-minded complementary piece alongside rugged menswear like your favorite flannel shirt. However you choose to wear the TRIWA Steel Solar Watch, you’re putting on a carefully considered watch made the right way, with the right intentions in mind.

November 6, 2022October 30, 2022 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Shop the Best Under-$75 Gifts Early This Year at the Huckberry Outpost

You’re not alone if it feels strange and sudden to already be talking about the best holiday gifts for men this year, be it for your brother, your brother-in-law, your father, your father-in-law… you get the picture. But as is the key with building the perfect wardrobe or hunting down one of the best pairs of boots, preparation is key.

Of course, that goes hand-in-hand with knowing where and when to shop for the best affordable gifts for everyone on your list, especially if they value classic, rugged good looks, functionality and style.

That brings us to today’s essential holiday gift guide from the good folks at Huckberry, who happen to have curated several handy gift collections for everyone on your list (men and women included). The best among them to start your holiday shopping early? That’d be the Huckberry guide to the best gifts under $75, from stylish whiskey glasses (as seen above) to the best affordable sunglasses.

In fact, it’s probably easy to get carried away when shopping Huckberry in general (the site can quite literally outfit anyone from head to toe in stylish, rugged gear). This won’t be the last time I talk about the best gifts to buy from Huckberry, mark my words. Of course, I’m a big fan of essentially any of the site’s best men’s gifts under $75, be it an Old Fashioned cocktail kit or a great candle for your home (or someone else’s home, for that matter). Shopping early and often is of the essence, so I’m going to leave you to it today — happy (early) holiday shopping, my friends.

November 5, 2022January 27, 2024 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: The HELM Boots Zind Boots Are Some of the Coolest Men’s Boots to Lace Up Now

My friends, if you read the blog on the regular, then I’d wager you know that there’s nothing quite like lacing up a pair of the best men’s boots for fall and winter, right? They’re a certified menswear essential, especially in brisk weather.

Think of it like one of the simple pleasures of building a wardrobe from the ground up with the best boots for men and so much more — but of course, in the chilly climes of fall, the right pair of stylish men’s boots is everything. Luckily, that’s where the remarkably stylish, very fast-selling and remarkably well-made HELM Zind Boots enter the equation.

Perhaps you recognize the Austin-based brand for its penchant for crafting the best chukka boots for men, not to mention classic leather sneakers aplenty, and HELM Boots is certainly an all-season brand worthy of your hard-earned time and cash. The HELM Zind Boots are particularly special in terms of how they’re built (note the resoleable Blake stitch construction), not to mention the sleek, surprisingly dressy Krumenauer Brush-Off Leather in Burgundy.

That touch makes the HELM Zind Boots readily wearable with everything from tailored chinos to your favorite pair of blue jeans, to name but a few key style picks. You can even top that combination off with one of the best men’s winter sweaters, too. Seriously, these handsome leather boots can do just about anything.

With a pair of rugged-yet-refined men’s boots like the HELM Zind Boots — note the dashing Burgundy color — the world is your oyster, as it goes, in terms of how you style them. In fact, I’d go so far as to say you could wear the HELM Zind Boots with your best fall and winter suit, too. Antique brass eyelets add a touch of throwback appeal, while the entire profile on the HELM Zind Boots is versatile and incredibly, well, cool. The next time you need to lace up a pair of the best boots for men, the HELM Zind Boots are your best bet.

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